Alabama notebook: Freshman Robinson a defensive line standout

12:58 AM,
Oct. 16, 2013

Written by

Cliff Kirkpatrick
Special to the Advertiser

Defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson has quickly established himself as an impact player.

Robinson, a true freshman, was second on the team in tackles with six, five of them solo, Saturday against Kentucky. Robinson also had two quarterback sacks. Athlon Sports named Robinson the SEC freshman of the week.

"A'Shawn is playing better and better each week," head coach Nick Saban said. "He's a hard guy to block. He's a big, physical guy. That's what makes a good defensive lineman. He's more confident now that he knows what to do and what's expected of him. He's consistent, and his performance has ...